Dunkin Donuts

404 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: May 26, 2016
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Score
Low Risk

Dunkin Donuts appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2011. Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on May 26, 2016. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Dunkin Donuts's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 26, 2016; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Dunkin Donuts on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
May 26, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 19, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AT TIME OF INSPECTION: OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP BETWEEN THE DOUBLE DOOR ENTRANCE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO PREVENT RODENT/PEST INTRUSION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MANAGER IN PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL EMPLOYEES SHALL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE HAIR.
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Dec 2, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED A SMALL HOLE IN THE BATHROOM CEILING. MUST REPAIR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS.
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Nov 25, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE WASHROOM, IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE OVERFLOWING FROM THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE PREVENTING THE PROPER CLOSURE OF THE LIDS. ALSO NOTED SEVERAL GARBAGE BAGS ON THE GROUND AROUND THE RECEPTACLE. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE GARBAGE,PROPERLY CLOSE LIDS AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED A SMALL HOLE IN THE BATHROOM CEILING. MUST REPAIR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS.
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Oct 30, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 23, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS OF THE DINING ROOM, PREP AREA, STORAGE AREA AND RESTROOM. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE.
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Dec 18, 2012
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AT DONUTS DISPLAY CASE, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Apr 1, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUSTY FAN GUARDS OF COOLERS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. BASEBOARD TILES AROUND DRAIN UNDER FRONT COUNTER MUST BE FIXED/REPLACED (LOOSE/FALLING OFF THE WALL). The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dunkin Donuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dunkin Donuts on file is from May 26, 2016. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dunkin Donuts?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dunkin Donuts.

Has Dunkin Donuts' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dunkin Donuts have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dunkin Donuts means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.